2020 Toyota Tacoma maintenance schedule

Written in plain English and reviewed by the eli5cars editorial team · Last reviewed June 2026

2.7L 4-cylinder naturally aspirated (159 hp) or 3.5L V6 (278 hp)SRSR5TRD SportMSRP $26,400

⚠ 1 open recall for this vehicle

A recall means the manufacturer found a safety problem and is required to fix it — these aren't normal wear-and-tear repairs. Check your specific VIN at NHTSA.gov to confirm your car is affected.

✓ Recall repairs are always FREE at any dealer, no matter who currently owns the car or where it was bought.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Toyota Motor Engineering & Manufacturing (Toyota) is recalling certain 2018-2019 4Runner, 2019-2020 Avalon, 2019 Corolla Hatchback, 2017-2019 Highlander, 2018-2020 Camry, 2020 Corolla, 2018-2019 Land Cruiser, 2017-2020 Tacoma, 2019-2020 RAV4, 2019-2020 Sequoia, 2017-2020 Sienna, 2019-2020 Tundra, 2018-2020 Lexus ES350, 2017 Lexus GS200t, 2017-2019 Lexus GS350, 2019 Lexus GS300, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500h, 2019-2020 Lexus LS500, 2018-2019 Lexus GX460, 2017 Lexus IS200t, 2019 Lexus IS300, 2019 Lexus IS350, 2018-2020 Lexus LC500, 2018 Lexus LS500, 2019 Lexus LS500h, 2018-2019 Lexus LX570, 2017 Lexus RC200t, 2019 Lexus RC300, RC350, 2017 and 2019-2020 Lexus RX350, 2018-2020 RX350L, 2019 Lexus UX200, 2018-2019 Lexus NX300 vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.

Why it matters: If the fuel pump fails, the engine can stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Toyota will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump assembly with an improved one, free of charge. Owners of specific models were notified that remedy parts were available starting January 21, 2021. Owners of other models will be notified as remedy parts become available. Remedy parts should be available for all affected vehicles by late March 2021. Owners may contact Toyota customer service at 1-888-270-9371 or Lexus customer service at 1-800-255-3987. Note: This recall is an expansion of recall 20V-012. Toyota's number for this recall is 20TA02. Lexus' number for this recall is 20LA01.

Reported 04/11/2020 · Campaign #20V682000 — look up your VIN at NHTSA.gov →

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Full service timeline

Mileage	Service items	Details
5k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic for 3.5L V6; 0W-20 or 5W-30 for 2.7L 4-cylinder (Toyota factory interval) Tire rotation Inspect brake pads and rotors — front and rear Check all fluid levels
10k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Inspect cabin air filter condition Inspect battery terminals and connections Inspect 4WD engagement mechanism and front differential (4WD/4x4 models)
15k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Inspect brake fluid color and level Inspect steering linkage — tie rods, drag link, and pitman arm Inspect front and rear driveshaft U-joints (4WD models)
30k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Inspect spark plugs — iridium (3.5L V6 and 2.7L 4-cylinder; Toyota factory interval 60k–120k, inspect at 30k) Inspect and lubricate front suspension ball joints and steering knuckle pins Inspect front differential fluid (4WD — Toyota 75W-90 GL-5 hypoid gear oil; change if milky or dark) Inspect transfer case fluid (4WD — Toyota ATF Type T-IV or Genuine Multi-Vehicle ATF) Inspect rear differential fluid (all Tacomas — change every 15k in severe off-road use; 30k standard) Inspect driveshaft center bearing and grease U-joints (4WD)	View →
60k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace cabin air filter Replace engine air filter Replace brake fluid — DOT 3 (Toyota recommends every 3 years or 60k miles) Replace front differential fluid — Toyota 75W-90 GL-5 (4WD models) Replace transfer case fluid — Toyota Genuine ATF (4WD models) Replace rear differential fluid — Toyota 75W-90 GL-5 (all models; friction modifier required for limited-slip Tacoma TRD rear locker) Replace spark plugs — iridium (3.5L V6 factory interval: 60k miles) Inspect serpentine belt — 3.5L V6 and 2.7L 4-cylinder Inspect coolant condition (Toyota Super Long Life Coolant pink — change at 100k or 10 years first interval)	View →
90k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace cabin air filter Replace spark plugs — iridium (2.7L 4-cylinder factory interval: 90k miles if not done at 60k) Inspect serpentine belt — replace if cracked, frayed, or glazed Inspect power steering pump and reservoir — EHPS or hydraulic (model-dependent) Inspect all CV axle shafts and boots (4WD front axle) Inspect leaf spring bushings and U-bolts (rear suspension) Inspect brake calipers, hardware, and parking brake cables Inspect front differential breather hoses (4WD — common clog point after off-road water crossings)	View →
120k mi	Engine oil and filter change — 0W-20 full synthetic Tire rotation Replace engine coolant — Toyota Super Long Life Coolant pink (first change at 100k miles or 10 years, then every 50k) Replace automatic transmission fluid — 6-speed automatic: Toyota Genuine ATF WS (World Standard); change by 60k for towing/severe use, 120k standard use Replace manual transmission fluid — 6-speed manual: Toyota Genuine Manual Transmission Gear Oil 75W-90 Replace front differential fluid — Toyota 75W-90 GL-5 (4WD) Replace transfer case fluid — Toyota Genuine ATF (4WD) Replace rear differential fluid — Toyota 75W-90 GL-5 Replace serpentine belt if not already replaced Full brake system flush — DOT 3 Inspect and service front wheel bearings and hub assemblies Inspect all suspension components — upper and lower control arm bushings, TRD coilover damper seals (TRD Pro), and torsion bar adjustment	View →

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Common symptoms for this vehicle

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Note: a scan only helps when there's an active fault code. For purely mechanical symptoms (noises, vibrations, leaks), a scan may show nothing — the suspects listed above are your starting point.